Schinus terebinthifolius
Christmas Berry Tree
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Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Description
Schinus terebinthifolius is a species of flowering plant in the cashew family, Anacardiaceae, that is native to subtropical and tropical South America (southeastern Brazil, northern Argentina and Paraguay). It is found in the following states of Brazil: Alagoas, Bahia, Espírito Santo, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Pernambuco, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Norte, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, São Paulo and Sergipe. Common names include Brazilian pepper, aroeira, rose pepper, and Christmasberry.
Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Growth
Pepper Trees perform best in full sun. The tallest of them can reach up to 40 ft.
Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Planting
When propagating grow in full sun, but provide some shade if it gets too hot. Sow seeds in spring and provide bottom heat to promote root establishment.
Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Pest
Californian Pepper Trees are susceptible to root rots, especially Texas root rot. Also prone to scale and spider mites.
Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Interesting facts
These trees are in the same family as Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac; and like their relatives, their foliage can cause dermatitis. Additionally if the fruits of the Brazilian Pepper Tree are ingested, it can cause gastric distress.
Christmas Berry Tree (Schinus terebinthifolius) - Soil and irrigation
Tolerant of most soils. The California Pepper Tree requires little irrigation, whereas the Brazilian Pepper Tree needs moderate to regular water.
